18 Laxton Close, Luton, LU2 8SJ is a freehold semi-detached property built between 1976-1982. The property offers approximately 667 square feet of living space. In this location, properties of similar size usually have two bedrooms.

The estimated current market value of the property is £375,981 , which equates to approximately £563 per square foot. It was last sold on 22 May 2015 for £232,500. Since then, the value has increased by £143,481, representing a 61.7% increase, or approximately 5.8% per year.

The current estimated value of £375,981 is:

  • 23.8% higher than the average property price on Laxton Close
  • 27.4% higher than the average in the LU2 8SJ postcode area
  • and 15.5% higher than the average price for Luton as a whole

This property has had 2 EPC inspections with recorded tenure information. It was recorded as owner-occupied both times. This suggests the property has typically been lived in by its owners, which often reflects longer-term residency and more consistent maintenance.

At the most recent EPC inspection on 2 December 2013, the property was recorded as owner-occupied.

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Building approximate location

About Property

Type
Semi-Detached House
Built
1976-1982
Interior Size
667 sq ft
Tenure
Freehold
Price (estimate)
£375,981
Price Per sq ft (estimate)
£563
Bedroom Count (estimate)
2 bedrooms

EPC Summary

18 Laxton Close, Luton, LU2 8SJ has an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of D, based on the latest assessment carried out on 2 Dec 2013.

This property uses a gas-fired boiler and radiators, connected to the mains gas supply, as its main heating source. Hot water is provided from main heating system. The windows are fully double glazed.

The previous EPC assessment was conducted on 5 Jul 2013, when the property was rated C. The current rating of D reflects a decline in energy efficiency of 8.6%.

Since the previous assessment, several changes were observed:

  • The wall construction or insulation changed from cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed) to cavity wall, as built, partial insulation (assumed), changing energy efficiency from good to average.
  • The lighting was updated from low energy lighting in 70% of fixed outlets to low energy lighting in 20% of fixed outlets, with efficiency changing from very good to poor.
Heating Type
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Good
Hot Water
From main system
Good
Roof
Pitched, 75 mm loft insulation
Average
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, partial insulation (assumed)
Average
Windows
Fully double glazed
Average
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 20% of fixed outlets
Poor

Compared to LU2 8SJ

4 th / 34
Price Rank
27% higher than average
12 th / 25
Size Rank
1% bigger than average
1 st / 25
Price Per Sq FT Rank
26% higher than average

Compared to other properties in LU2 8SJ , this house's estimated value ranks 4th out of 34. Based on price per square foot, it ranks 1st out of 25 properties. This suggests a relatively high price per square foot, which may reflect quality, location, or recent upgrades. In terms of size, this home ranks 12th out of 25 properties in its postcode area.

Sale History

Today
£375,981
streetscan.co.uk estimate
+62 %
22 May 2015
£232,500
Leasehold
+19.2 %
2 Sep 2013
£195,000
Leasehold
+4.3 %
22 Jun 2007
£187,000
Leasehold
+114.9 %
12 Nov 1999
£87,000
Leasehold

Area Insights

Similar Properties Sold Nearby

rooms: 4
size: 581 sq ft
sale price: £265,000
sale date: 17 Feb 2025
rooms: 4
size: 581 sq ft
sale price: £290,000
sale date: 4 Jun 2024
rooms: 4
size: 743 sq ft
sale price: £318,000
sale date: 11 Aug 2022
rooms: 4
size: 710 sq ft
sale price: £285,000
sale date: 30 Sep 2019
rooms: 4
size: 764 sq ft
sale price: £285,000
sale date: 11 Jan 2017

Data Sources

The property at 18 Laxton Close, Luton, LU2 8SJ appears four times in the Land Registry records, with the latest transaction recorded on 22 May 2015. It also has two Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) entries, the earliest dating back to 2 Dec 2013. We use this data, to estimate the property's characteristics and current market value.

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